Scientists are turning to stem cells to revive Malaysia’s extinct rhinos
Last year marked a tragedy for the world’s rhino populations as Malaysia’s last Sumatran rhino Iman died after years of failed breeding attempts, bringing the endangered species one step closer to extinction. But not all hope is lost as scientists are now trying to use tissues and cells from Read More...
Lab-grown heart cells transplanted into human body for the first time
In what is a world-first and potentially the dawn of a new medical technology to treat damaged hearts, scientists in Japan have succeeded in transplanting lab-grown heart cells into a human patient for the first time ever. The procedure involved harnessing the incredible potential of induced Read More...
Stem cells could one day be used to make teeth repair themselves
The dentist's drill is a sound that sends shudders down the spines of many people, so it sure would be nice if teeth could just repair themselves. With thanks to a recent study, that may not be as far-fetched as it sounds. The new research coming from the University of Plymouth believes the key Read More...
Scientists edge one step closer to a potential cure for type 1 diabetes
Successful treatments for type 1 diabetes are scarce. Pancreas transplants are one method for curing the disease, but they frequently fail and still require drugs that suppress your immune system. However, a new, better treatment may be on the horizon after a team of scientists out of UCSF managed Read More...